Uh, yah ... ME too! My challenges with clutter seem to be much bigger since having children. In my younger days I moved alot, so I automatically kept things light. But two kids later and I'm blown over by how much they come with (clothes, supplies, toys, toys, toys ...) and how fast that stuff exponentially multiplies! Some days it literally makes me feel like I'm going crazy! And it turns out there's some practical feng shui reasons for that. Check out these feng shui thoughts about clutter and it's effects and then read on for an opportunity to join me in a clutter clearing work group!! - Clutter collects where energy has stagnated in a space (and then it causes more stagnation ...) - The goal of feng shui is to allow chi or vital life energy to flow through a space and nourish the habitants leaving them feeling energized and inspired .. but clutter slows it down and creates stagnation, leaving the habitants feeling sluggish, confused and uninspired. - If something brings your energy down, it's clutter ... If you love it or use it then it's not clutter - The clutter can effect different areas of your life (wealth, love, career, creativity, health ...) depending on where it's accumulating in your space. - It doesn't matter if you hide the clutter in your attic, shed, closet or drawer ... it's still there and still affecting the energy flow of your space and to you. - In feng shui, your home is considered a mirror of your inner self, so clutter, confusion, and inactivity in the home show that something similar is going on inside of you. - Imagine everything you keep in your home is attached to you by an energetic string (it is .... really) and now imagine walking around all day dragging all of it with you (Oh, no wonder I'm so tired all the time!)

It's amazing to consider the effect that the stuff we keep has on our well-being. Without a doubt what has always worked for me is to move on what I no longer love/use/need as soon as possible ... and to surround myself with things I love. Needless to say, I've fallen a little behind lately on the moving stuff on part! (Have you been struggling with it too?) I'm ready to clear some clutter of my own (well, mostly the clutter that came with my kids!) ... I have a plan to tackle the clutter we're keeping and you're invited to join me and tackle some clutter of your own:

The 4 Week Feng Shui "Clear Your Clutter With Ease, Grace and Support" Work Group begins on Tuesday, May 22. During this 4 week program, we'll discuss what clutter is, the reasons we collect and tolerate it, the emotions behind keeping stuff, and its physical and emotional impact on us. We'll talk about why we keep what we keep, have so much trouble letting it go, and why you may need it (for now anyway).Each week we'll address a different area of the house. We'll discuss the "stuff" that's accumulated in each area, and determine what's supporting us and what's holding us back. We’ll practice techniques that will help you discover how your possessions are really making you feel. You’ll see how to easily make the decision of what to keep, and what to let go of. Then we'll make a plan to tackle each area at a gentle pace ... with the ultimate goal of surrounding ourselves only with things we love and that love us back! Participants will get feng shui tips, guidance and coaching on adjustments to make in their life/space to move forward in every area of their life. There will be lots of accountability (and homework!) for those who join ... but also plenty of support ... and I promise it will be a break-thru for all involved. Join me! Tuesdays, May 22 - June 12, from 7-9pm at 783 Washington Street in Holliston. There are only 4 spacesavailable in this Work Group. I'm keeping it small so everyone gets personal attention. We'll be a small group that clears away BIG clutter!My Mother's Day Special to you: Register and pay in full by Mother's Day (May 13) and pay only $120 (a savings of 25%!) Click HERE for more details and registration information.~Kerri

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Kerri is the founder of Feng Shui Pathways (formerly Holistic Living Resources). Using a combination of tools including Feng Shui, Aromatherapy, Coaching, Organizing and Space Clearing she works with clients to create spaces that are comfortable, functional, supportive and inspiring. Kerri offers workshops and is available for speaking engagements on the topic of Feng Shui.